Sharm el Sheikh Things to do
Beaches
The glorious beaches are the main attraction at Sharm El Sheikh, and with long sandy stretches edged with turquoise and backed with swaying palms, they offer a stunning base for cheap holidays to Egypt. There's a number of beaches to choose from, where visitors can indulge in both relaxed sun-worshipping or exhilarating water sports.
Scuba-Diving
Boasting some of the best diving in the world, it's no surprise that many visitors come to Sharm El Sheikh to explore the extraordinary underwater world of the Red Sea. Crystal-clear waters with excellent visibility are home to a thrilling array of first-class dive sites, full of fascinating coral reefs, and teeming with colourful marine life and a host of dramatic wrecks.
Water Sports
For non-divers, there's plenty of snorkelling available along the coast, at reefs such as Sharks Bay and Na'ama Bay, as well as in Ras Mohamed, the National Park. The warm clear seas and wonderful weather make the resort ideal for water sports, with activities including banana boat rides, windsurfing, water skiing, sailing, kite surfing, kayaking and parasailing.
Boat Trips
Experience the stunning underwater beauty of the Red Sea in a relaxing glass-bottomed boat ride - ideal for all ages. There's no need to even be in the water to fully appreciate the spectacular scenery beneath the surface, from the stunning coral gardens to the array of fish darting through the reefs.
Sports
This established resort is home to many different hotels with extensive facilities for guests, where visitors seeking activity holidays can take advantage of everything from gyms, fitness centres, tennis, volleyball and golf, to paragliding and bungee-jumping.
Desert Trips
For a change of pace, take a day trip to explore the Sinai Desert, and experience the peaceful beauty of the area. There are all kinds of excursions available, from horse riding and camel riding, to quad bike tours and jeep safaris, with sunrise and sunset trips being especially magical. Popular trips also include dinner in a Bedouin tent under the stars - an unforgettable experience.
Day Trips
Whilst on cultural holidays in Sharm El Sheikh, venture out to see other sights in Egypt, with excursions available to Luxor and Cairo to see the country's world-famous ancient attractions.
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